Pub General Manager

  • Malmaison Belfast
  • Bristol, Gloucestershire
  • Feb 12, 2026
Full time

Job Description

Pub General Manager

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 DOE (Including TRONC) plus Generous Company Benefits, Training & Development

Hours: 45 Hours per Week

Position: Permanent

Location: Hotel du Vin Bristol Avon Gorge

Overview

The White Lion is a fantastic Pub attached to The Avon Gorge Hotel. It offers an outdoor terrace with stunning views of the Clifton Suspension Bridge and the Avon Gorge, private gardens that can be booked for exclusive BBQ's and events, and there's a big screen TV with most sporting events shown and a fresh and delicious menu.

When the sun is shining theterrace triples the number of guests that the White Lion can accommodate and turns the White Lion from a relaxing bar to one of the busiest watering holes in Bristol. This of course offers the management team a unique set of opportunities and challenges; managing guest expectations alongside operating costs and flexible rota's.

We are looking for a hands on Pub General Manager to take on the running of the White Lion. You will be bringing all the experience you havegained throughout your career and putting them to good use. This isn't a role for the faint of heart; you will be leading from the front and will need to be organised, professional, and have a keen eye for detail.

You will be reporting into the General Manager of The Avon Gorge Hotel and working alongside the operations team on a daily basis. You will be responsible for delivering weekly sales targets and controlling payroll and stock.

Responsibilities
  • Deliver weekly sales targets.
  • Control payroll and stock.
  • Manage guest expectations alongside operating costs.
  • Coordinate flexible rota's.
  • Lead from the front, ensuring professionalism and detail orientation.
Qualifications
  • Proven experience as a Pub General Manager or Bar Manager in an establishment that focuses on high quality food and service.
  • Experienced people leader, able to motivate, engage, and get the best out of your team.
  • Ensure team's development needs are met.